Sessions House, Courthouse in Preston, England.
Sessions House is a courthouse in Preston featuring a symmetrical facade with thirteen bays and a four-stage tower. The building stands on Lancaster Road and showcases carefully planned architecture with classical proportions throughout its design.
Construction took place between 1900 and 1904 under architect Henry Littler's design and replaced an earlier courthouse that stood on Stanley Street. This new location represented the court's move to a more prominent position in the city center.
The building serves as a working courthouse for Preston today and is visited regularly by locals dealing with legal matters. Its presence shapes the street and marks an important civic function in the community.
The building is centrally located in Preston and easily accessible on foot, though parking options are limited in the immediate area. Keep in mind this is an active courthouse where certain areas are restricted to authorized personnel only.
The facade is built from Longridge stone, sourced from a nearby quarry in northwest England. This locally sourced stone gives the building a warm, characteristic color that adds to its classical appearance.
Location: Preston
GPS coordinates: 53.75970,-2.69861
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:10
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